RM5K Salary? Tempting. Boss with anger management issues? Not so much.
A Threads user didn’t name the company but shared a Glassdoor review that had Malaysians debating whether peace of mind is worth more than a paycheck.
The post included a screenshot of the review, which read:
Pros: Great starting point for fresh grads.
Cons: The CEO has serious anger issues that are affecting other employees’ mental health.
Advice to leadership: Please help the CEO address his anger problems.
Though the poster wasn’t offered the job personally, he threw the question to the internet:
“RM5K salary but the Glassdoor review looks like this. Would you give it a try or just decline?”
That one sentence was enough to open the floodgates.
“Worked with a boss who threw things at staff”
The post struck a nerve, especially among Malaysians who had survived toxic bosses in the past.
One netizen recalled working at a company where the boss would yell at employees and even throw things in fits of rage.
“We felt bad watching staff get scolded like that, but there was nothing we could do. He owned the place. The only thing we could do was quit.”
They added that while reprimanding mistakes is part of any job, screaming or throwing objects is completely unprofessional.
“If you haven’t taken the job yet, avoid it. That kind of environment is just toxic.”
How to survive a rage-fuelled CEO
But not everyone believed walking away was the only answer.
Some users shared tips and strategies they had personally used to stay afloat in companies with volatile bosses, especially when they weren’t working with them directly.
“If the anger’s not aimed at you and you’re not collateral damage, just stay calm. Know your facts and don’t react emotionally.”
One user even shared how they kept a straight face while a VP threw a laptop during a tantrum:
“Once he was done ranting, I just asked, ‘Are you done? Because we still need to fix this.’”
And for those unfairly blamed or fired?
“Walk straight to HR and calmly say, ‘Hi, I was fired over a situation caused by the CEO’s own decision. I followed his orders, and now I’m out? Just letting you know.’ Smile, leave your things, and walk off.”
They added that in most cases, HR will know exactly how difficult that CEO is and might call you back.
Take the job, then leave
Still, a portion of commenters offered a more tactical perspective. Take the job for experience, then leave when the time is right.
“Take the job, stay a few months, and leave with that RM5K experience on your resume,” one person joked.
Others argued that unless you’re directly working with the CEO, the drama might not reach you at all.
“If you’re not his secretary, the top-level drama probably won’t trickle down. Just do your work and leave later.”
That said, those who had worked in smaller companies or startups were quick to point out that you might not have that luxury.
“If it’s a startup, prepare to deal with the CEO. If it’s a big company, you might be buffered by layers of management.”
When the red flags are loud
Despite all the coping advice, some netizens urged others not to ignore the obvious signs.
“If you’re already questioning whether you can handle it, that’s your sign. Even with a good offer, peace of mind is worth more.”
Another added:
“Unless you’re fresh out of uni and just need experience, I wouldn’t go near a company like this. It’s just not worth the stress.”
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